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A Hawaii broker asks a salesperson about a deed or lease is not recorded. Which answer follows Hawaii law?

Correct Answer

A) Failure to record can make the conveyance void against later good-faith purchasers or mortgagees as provided by Hawaii recording law

HRS 502-83 addresses the effect of not recording deeds, leases, and similar instruments. Source basis: Hawaii DCCA PSI state outline hi.VIII Escrow Process and Closing Statements plus official HAR 16-99-4 and HRS chapters 247, 449, 502, and 667; checked 2026-04-30.

Answer Options
A
Failure to record can make the conveyance void against later good-faith purchasers or mortgagees as provided by Hawaii recording law
B
Earnest money may stay in a salesperson personal account until the parties open escrow.
C
Closing documents are effective only if the buyer receives a private copy, not when recorded.
D
Conveyance tax is never relevant to Hawaii closing statements.

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